James Starley
James Starley, often referred to as the 'father of the bicycle,' was a British inventor and entrepreneur who played a crucial role in the development of cycling technology in the 19th century. While he was historically associated with the invention of the penny-farthing, it is now acknowledged that Eugène Meyer was the actual inventor of this style of bicycle. Starley's contributions to bicycle manufacturing and design significantly shaped the industry.
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James Starley was long thought to be the father of the bicycle, although Eugène Meyer is now recognized as such.
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